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Hiking TrailsNorris Blackburn Trail – 0.45 Mile, Moderately
Difficult, Hiking UseThe Norris Blackburn trail features a short, moderately
steep ascent to the park’s wildlife observation deck. This is
an excellent location to hear owls in the early evening or
observe migratory birds in the fields below. Hikers may also
access the Hunt Knob and Old Wagon trails from this trail.
Road to Recycling Trail – 1.2 Mile, Easy,
Hiking UseThis self-guided Road to Recycling trail educates park
visitors on the benefits of conserving natural resources.
Signs located along the trail were made possible through a
partnership between Panther Creek State Park and the
Morristown-Hamblen Chapter of Keep America Beautiful.
This trail was also awarded the Governor’s Greenways and
Trails Stewardship Award in 2004.
Ore Mine Trail – 1.3 Mile Loop, Moderately
Difficult, Hiking UseThe Ore Mine trail is a moderately difficult, 1.3-mile trail
loop, featuring a series of short, steep hills. This trail is
named for manganese mining operations in the area during
the early 1800’s. Manganese is an important property in the
production of steel and has long been related to glass making.
The Egyptians and Romans used manganese ore to tint glass
purple, pink and black.
Lost Road Trail – 1.9 Mile Loop, Difficult,
Hiking UseThis scenic trail follows portions of the “goat paths” or crude
roads traveled by settlers in the early 1900’s. The Lost Road
trail steeply ascends River Ridge, passing the remaining stone
pile foundations and privy depressions of early home sites.
This is an excellent trail for observing the park’s largest
mammal, the white-tailed deer
Seven Sinkholes Trail - 0.6 Mile Loop, Easy,
Hiking UseSinkholes develop when rainfall dissolves the under-layer of
porous limestone rock forming cavities. These cavities and
depressions within the limestone gradually enlarge creating
sinkholes. This easy 0.6-mile trail meanders around seven
distinct sinkholes before dipping into a lush valley of cedar
and pine.
Ridge Crest Trail – 0.7 Mile, Difficult, Hiking
UseThe Ridge Crest trail is a very difficult 0.7-mile trail steeply
descending along Hunt Knob ridge to the lakeshore below.
Hikers may access Hunt Knob trail near the lower end of the
Ridge Crest trail or continue on to the shore of Lake
Cherokee. The trail ends with a breath-taking view of the
lake. Look for communities of Prickly Pear cactus growing in
abundance along the Ridge Crest trail.
Point Lookout Trail – 1.9 Mile Loop,
Moderately Difficult, Hiking UseThe Point Lookout trail is a moderately difficult 1.9-mile trail
loop steeply ascending to an elevation 400 feet above Lake
Cherokee. Point Lookout is the highest elevation in the park
at 1,460 feet above sea level. Along this trail, hikers are
rewarded with a breath-taking view overlooking Lake
Cherokee. Hikers may access the Lake Trail at the lower end
of the Point Lookout Trail.
Biking TrailsTrout Lily Trail – 2 Mile Loop, Moderate to
Difficult, Hiking and Mountain Biking UseThe Trout Lily trail is a moderately difficult 2-mile trail loop
featuring curves, short hills and one very rocky descent. This
trail is named after the wildflower found throughout the
eastern United States with a leaf pattern similar in
appearance to a speckled Brown Trout. Look for the pale
yellow blossoms of the Trout Lily from March to May in the
moist open woods along the trail.
Old Wagon Trail – 1 Mile, Easy, Hiking and
Mountain BikingThe Old Wagon trail is the most popular trail at the park and
is excellent for all ages and abilities. This trail follows the
contour of Panther Creek and features a flat, wide surface
ideal for mountain biking, hiking or jogging. This is an
excellent trail for the wildlife enthusiast, as many different
birds and animals are frequently observed along the Old
Wagon trail in the early morning.
Panther Path Trail – 0.9 Mile Loop, Easy,
Hiking and Mountain Biking UsePanther Path is an easy 0.9-mile trail loop featuring a series
of flat, gentle curves and one steep ascent. This trail passes
through open fields and shaded stands of hardwood, offering
many captivating views of Panther Creek. Panther Path is an
excellent choice of trails for young bikers and beginning
hikers.
Pioneer Trail – 2.4 Mile Loop, Moderately
Difficult, Hiking and Mountain Biking UseThe Pioneer trail is a moderately difficult 2.4-mile trail loop
featuring a series of curves and short, steep hills. This trail
winds through stands of Shortleaf Pine and Eastern Red
Cedar trees then ascend into a community of mixed hardwood
trees. This is an excellent trail for the wildlife enthusiast, as
many different birds and animals are frequently observed
along the Pioneer Trail.
Piney Cove Trail – 0.6 Mile, Moderately Difficult,
Hiking and Mountain Biking Use
The Piney Cove trail passes through stands of Virginia and
White Pine and features a series of gentle curves and one
short, steep ascent. Generally used as a connector trail
between Panther Path and the Old Farm trails, the Piney Cove
trail is an excellent choice for the novice mountain biker or
hiker.
Deer Run Trail – 0.8 Mile, Moderately Difficult,
Hiking and Mountain Biking Use
The Deer Run trail passes through cedar glades and pine
stands and features a series of curves and short, gentle hills.
This trail runs parallel to Cherokee Lake and is named for its
similarity to a naturally winding white-tailed deer path. The
Deer Run trail is used primarily as a connector trail between
Panther Path and the Trout Lily trail.
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The Old Farm trails are excellent for wildflower and
bird viewing. The inner loop is flat and gently winds
through cedar glades and bramble fields laden with
blackberries during the summer months. The outer loop
traverses open fields, hardwood and pine stands and
eventually connects with the Pioneer trail.
Horse TrailsHunt Knob Trail – 3.8 Mile Loop, Moderate to
Difficult, Hiking and Equestrienne UseThe 3.8-mile Hunt Knob trail is the longest trail in the park.
This scenic trail follows the perimeter of Cherokee Lake
1.75-miles before ascending Hunt Knob ridge. The trail
offers variety from easy, strait, gently sloping sections along
the lakeshore to strenuous, hilly sections around Hunt Knob.
NOTE: The Hunt Knob trail is accessible only from the
horse trail parking area along a 1.6-mile connector trail. The
total length of the Hunt Knob trail and the connector trail is
5.4-miles.
Maple Arch Trail – 3.2 Mile Loop, Moderately
Difficult, Hiking and Equestrienne UseThe 3.2-mile Maple Arch trail loop is moderately difficult and
features short, steep hills and one very steep ascent. This
trail is named for the unique tendency of Red and Silver
Maple trees to form arches as they grow over the trail
corridor. Much of the trail follows the shoreline of Cherokee
Lake before sharply ascending River Ridge. The Maple Arch
trail is excellent for observing waterfowl and other wildlife
and offers many captivating views of Cherokee Lake.
NOTE: The Maple Arch trail loop is accessible only from
the horse trail parking area along a 2.6-mile connector trail.
The total length of the Maple Arch trail and the connector
trail is 5.8-miles.
EMERGENCY CONTACT
INFORMATION
John LeCroy
Park Manager
423-736-3199
Jason Chadwell
Park Ranger
423-312-9231
Jammie Treidel
Park Ranger
423-312-3285
Hamblen County
Sheriff’s Dept.
911
Welcome to Panther Creek
Panther Creek State Park covers approximately
1,435 acres and is located on the shores of
Cherokee Lake. The park offers a variety of
recreational opportunities including camping,
fishing, boating, picnicking, swimming, hiking,
biking and horseback riding.
The park boasts over 30 miles of world-class
trails ranging from easy to difficult. Visitors
are encouraged to Leave No Trace when using
our trails. Hikers can enjoy a magnificent view
of Cherokee Lake and the Cumberland
Mountains from the Point Lookout trail,
reaching 1,460 feet above sea level.
Panther Creek offers over 10 miles of mountain
biking trails ranging from easy to difficult. The
Trout Lily Trail is a jewel among mountain
bikers. It is a 2-mile loop developed by the
Appalachian Mountain Bike Club for
experienced riders.
The park offers over 10 miles of scenic horse
trails for equestrian riders. A horse trailer
parking area is located just past the boat ramp.
All riders must have proof of coggins papers on
them at all times.
Hours of Operation:
Year-round: 6:00 a.m. until Sunset
For Further Information, Contact:
Panther Creek State Park
2010 Panther Creek Road
Morristown, TN 37814
Office: (423) 587-7046
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